Christopher Felton Football Portfolio

1. Christopher Felton Football Portfolio Email: Christopherjfelton@gmail.com Cell Phone: 215 206 3385

2. Table of Contents Resume Pre season Guidelines 3-4 30 Yearly Schedule References 5 31-38 Letters of Recommendation 6-9 In season schedule 39 Letters of Reflection 10 Weekly Schedule 40-42 Coaching 5 C’s 11 Sample of a daily schedule 43 Program Philosophy Offensive System 12-13 44-46 Defensive System Program Triangulation 14 47 Goals of the Program 15-17 Scouting Report 48 Call Sheet 49-51 Game plan Letter to the Players 18 Coaches Manual 19 Game day organization 52-54 Stars Strength and Conditioning 20-25 55 College recruiting information Honor Pledge 26 56 The Bulldog Club 27 Plus Delta- Player Evaluation System 57-58 Community/Alumni Day 28 Playing Time 29

3. Resume Previous Next TC

4. Resume Previous Next TC

5. References Previous Next TC

6. Letters of Recommendation – Former Head Coach Previous Next TC

7. Letters of Recommendation- Former Athletic Director Previous Next TC

8. Letters of Recommendation – Former Player Previous Next TC

9. Letters of Recommendation- Former Assistant Previous Next TC

10. Letters of Reflection Previous Next TC

11. Coaching 6 C’s Previous Next TC

12. The Program Previous Next TC Vision To meet every challenge head on with great people working together to achieve football excellence. Mission To unleash the talent and skill of our players to achieve competitive success in our league. To utilize our current strengths and to improve upon our weaknesses to maximize success and growth. To establish success on the playing field, in the classroom, and in life. To develop leadership skills within our student-athletes. To capitalize on Lower Merion’s reputation of academic and athletic excellence and to maximize our number of student athletes playing football.

13. Program Triangulation Philosophy on Building a Successful Program Previous Next TC What is Success? Success is the satisfaction that is felt when you have accepted the challenge and made the effort to do your best. Success in making the very most out of an opportunity. Successful people take risk, accept challenges, have an unquenchable thirst for improvement, they are life long learners, never seeing a finality in any situation- only looking at life as a continuous growing process. What is the Program? The program isn’t a physical place or a list of procedures and directions. Its not a calendar of events, x’s and o’s or a flashy uniform. The program is us and the coordinated mental, emotional, and physical approach that we take to accomplish our goals. In short, it is the attitude.

14. Program Triangulation Previous Next TC Successful Competitiveness When building a program there should be three main goals: In a football program each one is extremely important Execution Confidence 1. Developing Character People 2. Developing Teamwork Adaptiveness Poise/Focus Ability 3. Developing Successful Competitiveness Anticipation Enthusiasm Pride Skill Discipline Priorities Accountability Condition Knowledge Ownership Loyalty Preparation Humility Respect Perseverance/ Tenacity Integrity Commitment Teamwork Trust Love Character Hard work

15. Previous Next TC Goals of the Program? The overall goals of the program are as follows but not necessarily in this order: Develop Character • Before you develop schemes and plays, you need to develop players, before you develop players you need to develop character. • The Foundations of any program in the present and in the future start with the willingness of the players to improve, sacrifice, follow-through and eventually lead. Develop a team of players that have character • Cooperation and teamwork are two of the most important skills used in the world today. • Football is the ultimate team sport and like all team sports, football teaches players the importance of commitment, loyalty, humility, and trust. Develop successful competitiveness • Players in the program must consistently strive to improve their competitiveness. Players must learn to compete, assess, learn, improve, and compete again.

16. The Program is not Cause and Effect Previous Next TC Of course building a program necessitates a plan and/or a course of action and in many situations this may mean a step by step approach. But where a coach starts, depends on the situation and the people. Bottom up approach, Top down approach, inside out approach, or an outside in approach are all acceptable. Everything builds off itself . For example: Trust, Character, and Hard Work will help a person persevere through difficult situations, but at the same time the perseverance through difficult situations also develops character, trust, and an understanding of the importance of hard work. Every situation holds in it an opportunity for students to learn and to improve themselves and their team.

17. Lower Merion Football- A Family Culture Previous Next TC Respect – The Golden Rule Engagement /Commitment – Be There, Give of Yourself Personal Responsibility- If it’s to be, it’s up to me! Lead by example- Listen to what I say, do as I do. Winning Attitude, Doing Whatever it Takes – Make it contagious Collaboration and Teamwork – Family, Community, School- One team, One Goal Insatiable Appetite for Continuous Improvement- Always Confidence in Self and Team – Wenever get down on ourselves, “We never flinch” We laugh, cry, win and celebrate --- Together.

18. Letter to the Players Previous Next TC Dear Lower Merion Football Player,My name is Coach Felton.  I will be your football coach for the upcoming season. There is no doubt that you will enter this season with goals.  Some of your goals will be individualized in nature and other goals will be more team oriented.  I also have goals for the upcoming season, which I shall outline for you in the following letter.  Although winning is important and striving for perfection is a must, neither one of these is on my list.  No, my goals revolve around a more important part of this football program, that of course is you.  More specifically my goals revolve around developing you into a better football player and more importantly a better person.First and foremost, my goal is to develop you into becoming a team player. You must work hard all year to make yourself better for the overall achievement of the team.  The team needs you to prepare yourself and your teammates physically and mentally for the challenges that lay ahead and to not worry about personal glory.  When we accomplish this goal, there is nobody in the league who will be able to stop the team.My next goal is to accept nothing but your best effort on and off the field.  As your football coach, I will work hard to continue to develop the ideals of discipline, unselfishness, hard work, respect, accountability and toughness that you already possess.  Through tremendous attention to detail, we will improve daily.  Your best effort will become better as the year progresses.Not every situation will be easy and it shouldn’t be.  The most important things in life are not accomplished without paying a price.  There is a price to pay for success.  My third goal is to teach you how and why to pay that price.  By staying true to the ideals of the program you will be able to meet any challenge.  You will be confronted with various forms of adversity this season, you and your team must unite to work through them and not let them tear you apart.  Those who persevere through adverse situations rise to the top.My fourth goal is to teach you how to accept decisions.  We must all keep in mind that every player is different.  Throughout the year I will have many decisions to make.  You probably will not agree with all of my decisions and that is acceptable, but as a member of a team I need you to do what is expected of you.  My decisions will not always be correct.  But I promise that my decisions will be based on my best judgementand the welfare of the team.      My final goal is to make you a leader.  Leaders are not born, they are built.  I want you to lead this team. Leaders bring out the best in the people who surround them.    When you leave this program, we will need you to be a leader in the community and the school.  The best way to lead is by example. Do your best, be a good teammate, and persevere through the tough times and the rest will follow.Good Luck,Coach Felton

19. Coaches Manual Previous Next TC

20. Strength and Conditioning Certification Previous Next TC

21. Weightroom Procedures Previous Next TC

22. Weightroom Procedures Previous Next TC

23. Sample Workout Previous Next TC

24. In Season Schedule Previous Next TC

25. Training Rules Previous Next TC Training Rules Participation in inter-scholastic activities including athletics is a privilege not a right. The Head Coach has the right andresponsibility to make decisions that are in the over-all best interest of the team. The following training rules must be followed- no debates • The use of Drugs, Tobacco, and Alcohol will not be tolerated under any circumstances. Violators of this rule will be subject to significant penalty including suspensions and possible expulsion. • The following is a list of curfews enforced by the football team. a. Football camp 10:00 pm b. During the season school night 10:00 pm c. Night before game 9:30 pm • Night of game no curfew (use good judgment) • 2. Eat good well balanced meals- no junk food- avoid the 5 evils- candy, soda, potato chips, donuts, and French fries. • 3. Players are absolutely forbidden to use the snack machine before or after practice. • 4. Players are expected to pack a second bag lunch to eat prior to after immediately after you lift weights during the season. • 5. Report to football immediately after the bell at the end of the day. Depending on the schedule specialties or lifting starts immediately at 2:45 be dressed, prepared, and on time. • 6. Players who are too sick to attend school are also too sick to attend football practice. • 7. Report injuries immediately to the football trainer. • 8. Injured players are expected to attend all practice in athletic gear. • 9. Unexcused absences will result in dismissal from the football team. • 10. It is absolutely forbidden to participate in other sports during the football in-season. Many area teams hold practice, watch film, and lift weights on the weekend. The philosophy of this football program is to give you a break over the weekend so that you may rest and recover. • 11. In life you must make decisions- football is no different. If you have decided to play football you must make a 100% commitment to our program. During the football in-season All other extra-curricular activities provided by the school and work must yield to the commitment that you have made to the football team. Unless otherwise directed by the head coach- You are required to attend all practices, weight room workouts, film sessions, and all activities provide by the football program in their entirety. Failure to comply will result in immediate removal from the football team.

26. Honor Pledge Previous Next TC

27. The Bulldog Club Previous Next TC The Bulldog Club Lower Merion Football recognizes athletics as a powerful educational tool as well as a source of considerable schoolpride. Our current players are part of a long tradition of academic excellence and competitive athletics. Now is the time for the excellence of Lower Merion to manifest itself on the football field. Like those before them they will leave the program with qualities that last a lifetime, qualities that build strength and character and prepare them for lives of leadership and service. This year will mark the beginning of the Bulldog Club. The goal of the Bulldog Club is to provide alumni, parents, and friends an opportunity to support the school’s football team so that they may develop atradition of excellence. The Bulldog Club’s contributions will impact the quality of the football experience for student-athletes by providing revenue beyond the annual operating budget. That revenue source will typically allow us to: strengthen the budget for our team; enhance professional development opportunities for our staff; support our student-athlete awards; purchase special equipment for our team as well as the latest training room modalities and scouting software; recognize our senior athletes and championship teams; and meet many other needs of the program. In order to establish Lower Merion as a forerunner of the Central League, we need the continued financial support with an interest in and a passion for our football program. Every dollar contributed by the Bulldog Club directly benefits our football program, and we need your support now more than ever. We hope you will become a part of the team! Help us achieve our goal of becoming a Central League power. There are two ways to donate. 1. You can make a financial pledge per win. For example, you may want to pledge $100 per victory. or 2. You can make a one time pledge in August in an amount of your desire. Add in address Thank you very much for your contribution, your commitment, and support for the program Sincerely, Chris Felton

28. Community/Alumni Day Previous Next TC

29. Playing Time Previous Next TC Playing Time: We have a no cut policy in this football program. Any young man who is committed to the team, works hard, and follows the guidelines will not be cut. There are two levels of play; varsity and junior varsity. Players will be placed on these levels based on their abilities, not their grade. The JV squad will consist of sophomores and juniors that are not starters or key subs on the varsity team that week. It is important to note that a player’s level and playing time may vary from week to week. On the JV level, we try to get every player at least 10 plays (offense, defense, or special teams) in the game that week. For varsity games, the best players will play regardless of their grade level. Parents are always encouraged to speak with the head coach, however, playing time and game plans are not topics for conversation. If a parent has a concern that does not involve playing time or game plans, they may call or email to set up an appointment. The appointment must be in person and the player must be in attendance.

30. Pre-season camp guidelines Previous Next TC

31. Previous Lower Merion Football Next TC January 2012 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 11 12 13 14 10 Lift Lift Coaches Meeting Lift 16 20 21 15 17 18 19 Coaches Meeting Lift Lift Lift Lift Lift Lift 22 25 23 24 26 27 28 Coaches Meeting 29 31 30 Lift Notes: Coach Felton: Phone: 267 893 2607 email: cfelton@cbsd.org

32. Previous Lower Merion Football Next TC February 2012 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday 1 2 3 4 Coaches Meeting Lift Lift 5 6 8 9 10 11 7 Coaches Meeting 13 17 18 12 14 15 16 Coaches Meeting Lift Lift Lift Lift Lift Lift Lift Lift Lift 19 22 20 21 23 24 25 Coaches Meeting 29 26 28 27 Lift Lift Notes: Coach Felton: Phone: 267 893 2607 email: cfelton@cbsd.org

33. Previous Lower Merion Football Next TC March 2012 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday 1 2 3 Coaches Meeting Lift Lift 4 5 7 8 9 10 6 Coaches Meeting 12 16 17 11 13 14 15 Coaches Meeting Lift Lift Lift Lift Lift Lift Lift Lift Max #1 Lift Def Def Def Def Offense Offense Offense Offense 18 21 19 20 22 23 24 Coaches Meeting 28 25 27 29 26 30 31 Coaches Meeting Lift Lift Lift Notes: Coach Felton: Phone: 267 893 2607 email: cfelton@cbsd.org

34. Previous Lower Merion Football Next TC April 2012 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Coaches Meeting Lift Lift Lift 8 9 11 12 13 14 10 Coaches Meeting 16 20 21 15 17 18 19 Coaches Meeting Lift Lift Lift Lift Lift Lift Lift Lift Lift Offense Def Def Def Def Offense Offense Offense 22 25 23 24 26 27 28 Coaches Meeting Lift 29 30 Lift Def Notes: Coach Felton: Phone: 267 893 2607 email: cfelton@cbsd.org

35. Previous Lower Merion Football Next TC May 2012 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday 1 2 3 4 5 Coaches Meeting Lift Lift Offense 6 7 9 10 11 12 8 Coaches Meeting 14 18 19 13 15 16 17 Coaches Meeting Lift Lift Lift Lift Lift Lift Lift Lift Lift Helmets Def Def Def Offense Offense Offense 20 23 21 22 24 26 25 Coaches Meeting 30 27 29 31 28 Lift Spring Camp Off Spring Camp Spring Camp Notes: Coach Felton: Phone: 267 893 2607 email: cfelton@cbsd.org

36. Previous Lower Merion Football Next TC June 2012 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday 1 2 Lift Spring Camp 3 4 6 7 8 9 5 Community/ Alumni Day Spring Camp 11 15 16 10 12 13 14 Lift Lift Lift Lift Lift Lift Passing practice Lift Lift Lift Max #2 Def Offense 17 20 18 19 21 22 23 Passing Scrimmage Passing Scrimmage Offense 27 24 Def 26 28 25 29 30 Passing Scrimmage Spring Camp Passing Scrimmage Lift Lift Lift Spring Camp Spring Camp Spring Camp Def Offense Notes: Coach Felton: Phone: 267 893 2607 email: cfelton@cbsd.org

37. Previous Lower Merion Football Next TC July 2012 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Lift Lift 8 9 11 12 13 14 10 Passing Scrimmage Passing Scrimmage Lehigh Shootout 16 20 21 15 17 18 19 Lift Lift Lift Lift Lift Lift Passing Scrimmage Passing Scrimmage Lift Lift Lift Def Def Def Offense Offense Offense 22 25 23 24 26 27 28 Passing Scrimmage 29 31 30 Lift Def Notes: Coach Felton: Phone: 267 893 2607 email: cfelton@cbsd.org

38. Previous Lower Merion Football Next TC August 2012 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday 1 2 3 4 Equipment Pick up Lift 5 6 8 9 10 11 7 Family Picnic 13 17 18 12 14 15 16 Lift Senior BBQ Lift Max/Test Camp Camp Lift Max/Test Scrimmage 1 Camp Camp Camp Camp Camp Camp Camp Camp 19 22 20 21 23 24 25 Scrimmage 2 29 26 28 27 30 31 September 1 Practice Practice Practice Practice Game 1 Notes: Coach Felton: Phone: 267 893 2607 email: cfelton@cbsd.org

39. In Season Schedule Previous Next TC

40. Weekly Schedule Previous Next TC

41. Weekly Schedule Previous Next TC

42. Weekly Schedule Previous Next TC

43. Sample in Season Defensive Practice Previous Next TC

44. Offensive System Previous Next TC The offensive system is based on the concept of packaging bread and butter plays with constraint plays that are created to deter defenses from over committing to the bread and butter plays. In other words it is a series based attack. This system is adaptable to personnel, the system can be run from under center, shotgun, pistol. With heavy formations and spread formations. The run and pass plays are incorporated with the idea of best utilizing our team’s talents.

45. Offensive System Previous Next TC The offensive system is based on the concept of packaging bread and butter plays with constraint plays that are created to deter defenses from over committing to the bread and butter plays. In other words it is a series based attack. This system is adaptable to personnel, the system can be run from under center, shotgun, pistol. With heavy formations and spread formations. The run and pass plays are incorporated with the idea of best utilizing our team’s talents.

46. Offensive System Previous Next TC

47. Defensive System Previous Next TC Multiple Defenses We teach specific techniques per position and the mix and match techniques. We will run Multiple Fronts with Multiple Coverage. We will tailor make our defense based on ourselves and our opponents. There is no one size fits all defense. The K.I.L.L. philosophy is imperative. Keep IT Likable Learnable

48. Scouting Reports Previous Next TC

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